When I first started crocheting the Moss Stitch quickly became one of my favorites because it’s super simple and it looks so beautiful. I used it to make wash clothes, a place mat and even a scarf or two. But when it comes to amigurumi, stitch patterns like the Moss Stitch don’t seem to have a place. That doesn’t have […]
Tis the season for all things holiday right? One classic holiday treat that I absolutely love is peppermints. Not only is mint one of my favorite flavors, but who doesn’t love that iconic spiral of colors! In this article I’ll show you how to crochet the perfect peppermint spiral so you can create all sorts of minty-themed projects! How to […]
Have you ever tried the spike stitch? It’s essentially an extended single crochet and can be used for really interesting surface detail on your projects. From repeating patterns to variations, there are a bunch of ways to play around with this simple stitch and we’re going to explore them today! Once you know how to crochet the spike stitch for […]
Do you want to add some extra little details to your amigurumi with embroidery, but aren’t sure how to start? Then you’re in the right place! While there is a LOT to explore in the world of embroidery, for today we’re going to focus on a few techniques that will help you get started. And I promise it’s way easier […]
Color is a beautiful thing and it’s one of my favorite things to play with in crochet. Whether you’re trying to get the perfect color fade or create detailed features, color work can basically do it all. However, like most things in crochet, there’s a lot of ways to play with color and it can be a bit daunting. Don’t […]
Have you ever tried working with fluffy or fur yarn? It’s tough. You can see the stitches and it’s a beast to unravel. Of course there’s tips and tricks out there for working with it, but there has to be an easier way right? So what do you do if you want to add fur to your amigurumi? Well, you […]
If you’ve been crocheting for a while, you’ve likely come across the front loop stitch and the back loop stitch. These two stitches are pretty simple on their own and are often used to create stretchier fabric for things like beanies. However, there’s a whole world of uses for these stitches in amigurumi. From changing the angle of your work […]
Have you ever come across the loop stitch before? With a texture like shag carpet, it’s not a common stitch and often crocheters avoid it because it looks pretty daunting. However, while the loop stitch is a bit more time consuming than the typical single crochet, it creates such an interesting texture and has so many fun applications. So let’s […]
Are you finding a bunch of gaps and holes between the stitches of your amigurumi, especially when you increase and decrease? Don’t worry! There’s an easy way to correct that and make sure your stitches are tight for a super clean look. In this article, we’ll go over how to use invisible increases & decreases for amigurumi! Invisible Increases & […]
Have you ever been struck with an idea for a new amigurumi project and you immediately jump into trying to find the perfect pattern? But you scroll and search endlessly before coming up empty-handed. Maybe you wanted to honor a pet, but you can’t find a pattern that looks enough like your fur-baby to work. Or perhaps you want to […]
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